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CONTINUING
EDUCATION
FALL 2021 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES
SOUTHERN MARYLAND’S
ROAD TO
RECOVERY
www.csmd.edu/ContinuingEducation
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PROGRAM
A LETTER
FROM THE ASSOCIATE
VICE PRESIDENT
Just like that it’s fall again! Fall is a time for We recognize that life does not stop while you
restoration and reflection; it’s a time to prepare are in school, and we are another important part
for the future in anticipation of growth and of your daily life. With that understanding, we are
harvest. As our campuses are reopening and continuously expanding our offerings to provide
students are starting to return, we are reminded you with accelerated course options that lead
of all that we value in the opportunity to work you to certifications and high growth workforce
together as a community. To share, collaborate, opportunities. CSM’s Fast Track programs are
dream, and learn – together. There is so much a tremendous success, enrolling over 110
in store for the future of Southern Maryland individuals in the past year. We invite you to
and the College of Southern Maryland remains preview those opportunities at www.csmd.edu/
poised to respond to those needs. With you FastTrack. Fast Track programs are available in
at the helm as the center of our efforts, we Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, HVAC and
have expanded both our face-to face and Electrical and with growing financial support
virtual learning opportunities. We have been from the federal, state, and local governments
collaborating with industry to provide more and endowments made for CSM scholarships,
opportunities for students to connect to education is affordable and in reach for
employment in their fields of study, and we everyone! Contact us to find out about the kind
have been working with students to design of financial support available to you. When you
comprehensive services that support you on are ready to start, we are here to help you finish.
your journey every step of the way. Are you ready to join the Hawk tribe? We are
ready for you! The road to success is through the
College of Southern Maryland; I hope to see you
on campus this fall.
Ellen Flowers-Fields
Associate Vice President
Continuing Education and
Workforce Development
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT WORKFORCE TRAINING
Adult Education 5 Automotive 32
Animal Interests 6 Business 32
Cooking, Wine, and Beer 7 Computers and IT 34
Driver Education 10 Construction Trades 37 COMING BACK STRONG WITH
Hair and Beauty 13 Design 42 WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
History-Current Events 13 Early Childhood 43
Home and Garden 13 Healthcare 43 Job skills training and professional
development are a vital part of Southern
Languages and Writing 13 Hospitality 50 Maryland’s road to recovery.
Recreational Activity 15 Nonprofit 51 Workforce Development certificate
Motorcycle Safety 16 Occupational Safety 51
programs from the College of Southern
Maryland provide the skills and knowledge
Technology and Finance 20 Real Estate 52 needed to compete, succeed, and thrive in
the evolving job market.
Wellness, Fitness, and Aquatics 21 Transportation 53
You can get started, get ahead, or change
Veterinarian 55 direction in your career and professional
life, with training in in-demand fields and
KIDS’ & TEEN COLLEGE 27 occupations like:
REGISTRATION/
• Bookkeeper
GENERAL INFORMATION 56
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
• Dental Assistant
• Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG)
Technician
• Electrical Helper
• HVAC Helper
• IT Support Technician
• Paralegal
• Phlebotomy Technician
Due to the unpredictable trajectory of the COVID-19 pandemic, some of the
information contained in this schedule may change.
To get the latest on CSM’s Continuing Education offerings, please visit
www.csmd.edu/ContinuingEducation.
For information on CSM operations during the pandemic—such as campus
access, in-person services, and safety precautions—please visit our public
safety portal at ready.csmd.edu.
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PROGRAM CATEGORY
FOR MORE INFORMATION: COLLEGE CLOSURE DATES:
CALL SEPTEMBER 4 - 6
301-934-2251 Labor Day Weekend
VISIT NOVEMBER 24 - 28
www.csmd.edu/ContinuingEducation Thanksgiving Holiday
EMAIL DECEMBER 23 - JANUARY 2
askme@csmd.edu Winter Break Holiday
USER GUIDE:
Course Title
VA Network+ Exam Prep
Network+ Exam Prep is intended for individuals who have previous network
experience. Ensure that you have the essential knowledge and skills in
networking that are vital to career success in IT infrastructure and
cybersecurity. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be Course
prepared to sit for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam. This course Description
will cover the most up-to-date certification exam domains. Earning this
certification can be a stepping stone to additional certifications such as
Security+ and CCNA. Textbook required. Exam voucher included.
Prerequisite: ITS-7880 or previous networking experience through either
education or work experience (waiver request required).
Course Number, ITS-7890 tuition: $195 / fees: $434
Tuition Cost, and
Fees 70231 M W 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Oct 5 – Oct 21 OFF SITE–LEON
Section
Date and Time Location
Number
The location may indicate that the class is online
and the online method. To see the full listing of
offsite locations, please see pages 57-58.
VA
Financial Veterans
Assistance Benefits
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PROGRAM CATEGORY
PERSONAL
ENRICHMENT
Find a new skill or hobby, or polish old ones with CSM’s interest-based classes, and activities. You are sure to find what
you need with courses in Art, Photography, History, Language, Cooking, Dance, Fitness, and more!
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
Adult Education 5
Animal Interests 6
Cooking, Wine, and Beer 7
Driver Education 10
Hair and Beauty 13
ADULT EDUCATION History-Current Events 13
Home and Garden 13
LEARNING FOR A LIFETIME OF SUCCESS Languages and Writing 13
Recreational Activity 15
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) ADULT BASIC EDUCATION (ABE) is a basic
strives to meet the diverse needs of students academic skills program for adult learners which Motorcycle Safety 16
and the community by providing accessible, offers individualized and small group instruction
accredited, affordable, and quality learning Technology and Finance 20
in reading, writing, and math.
opportunities for intellectual development,
career enhancement, and personal growth. Our Wellness, Fitness, and Aquatics 21
GENERAL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT (GED) GED PREPARATION classes prepare you to
and ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) pass the official GED exam in order to earn a
programs allow students to improve their skills Maryland High School Diploma.
so they can be more successful in college, at KIDS’ & TEEN COLLEGE 27
work, and in the community. ESL COURSES for students whose native
language is not English to build and improve
For more information, call
their English speaking and writing skills.
Continuing Education at
301-934-7770
These free to low-cost classes are available
visit www.csmd.edu/AdultEd,
or email adulted@csmd.edu. to Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s county
residents. Daytime and evening classes are
Several ESL Orientations, GED Orientations, and available. Completion of these courses could
GED Ready Assessments are available. For dates Additional classes may be added for Fall.
lead to workforce training.
and times, visit:
www.csmd.edu/AdultEd Please visit
The NATIONAL EXTERNAL DIPLOMA www.csmd.edu/PersonalEnrichment
PROGRAM (NEDP) is a nationally recognized for the current listing of classes
web-based high school diploma option for adults on campus, online, or Zoom.
18 and older. Visit our website for more information.
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PERSONAL ENRICHMENT ANIMAL INTERESTS
Intro to Treibball
This class is intended to help you get started
learning the game of Treibball, an Urban Herding
Sport, played with your dog. A Bone-A-Fied Friends
Forever Pet Services (BFF) trainer will break down
the foundations you need and show you how to set
yourself up for success. This is a beginner level
workshop and can provide you several weeks worth
of drills and practice with your dog. Trainer will be
available to answer any questions you may have
while the course is open. Equipment needed for
class: leash, collar, treats or a reward toy, a place
marker, a standard water bottle, a hard ball, and a
soft ball. This self-paced class includes nine
modules plus bonus videos. Link to class will be
sent out one day prior to start date of class.
AAA-8460 tuition: $10 / fees: $35
76528 Sep 27 – Oct 4 Online
Puppy Kindergarten
Join us while a trainer from Bone-A-Fied Friends
Basic Good Manners for Dogs Forever Pet Services (BFF) takes you through the
ANIMAL INTERESTS Getting frustrated with constantly yelling “NO” at journey of training your puppy. They will teach you
your dog for unwanted, unmannerly behaviors? It’s how to potty train, proper exposure, health,
time to teach your dog the manners you’ve always socialization, and nutrition for your puppy. You will
wanted and expected with clear and effective also learn the focus command, loose leash walk,
Basic Dog Obedience left theory, sit, down, and a recall. Your trainer will
communication that your dog can understand. You
Imagine your furry BFF and you sharing a class and will learn just as much as your dog will in this self- be there with you along the way to answer questions
bonding. Now imagine discovering a way of paced class. Topics will include good manners such and help ensure you are fully understanding the
interacting together that increases good behavior as: sit, look, down, walk on a loose leash, stay, leave teaching tools provided. Equipment needed for
and connection. You don’t have to imagine any it, come when called, and proper greetings. All dogs class: leash, collar or harness, treats, and a treat
longer. Join us for Basic Dog Obedience and bond, must be at least four months of age. This class is a pouch or pocket to keep the treats. This self-paced
create a connection, and have your dog learn good 15 module self-paced course along with Zoom class is 15 modules plus bonus videos. Link to
canine manners! Topics that will be covered include in-person conferencing provided by a master trainer class will be sent out one day prior to start date of
understanding your dog, effective communication, at Bone-A-Fied Friends Forever Pet Services (BFF). class.
training equipment, canine physiological Equipment needed for class: leash, collar or
information, and cutting edge training techniques. AAA-8470 tuition: $10 / fees: $115
harness, treats, and a treat pouch or pocket to keep
Also learn good manner commands and how to use the treats. Link to class will be sent out one day 76525 Sep 16 – Oct 7 Online
them in everyday situations. Instructor has over 20 prior to start date of class.
years of experience as a law enforcement K-9
handler and is currently a member of Association of AAA-8430 tuition: $10 / fees: $167 Novice Dog Tricks
Professional Dog Trainers, Southern Maryland 76529 Oct 11 – Nov 15 Online Learn some fun tricks with your dog along with
Association of Professional Pet Sitters, United trainer guidance and feedback. Novice Dog Tricks is
States Police Canine Association, and National a great way to entertain your busy dog. You and your
Police Bloodhound Association. Class fee includes Introduction to Scentwork dog will learn simple to complex tricks that almost
all written material and food rewards for your dog. Join owner of Bone-A-Fied Friends Forever Pet any dog can achieve. You can also receive various
Proof of vaccines must be presented at start of Services (BFF) Christina as she shares from her 30 titles throughout this fun sport. Equipment needed
class (Rabies, Distemper and Bordetella). Dogs years of experience training scent detection dogs. for class: leash, collar or harness, treats, and a treat
must have collar and/or harness and standard In this course you will apply what your dog loves to pouch or pocket to keep the treats, a hula hoop, a
leash during class. Waiver form will need to be do and turn it into fun enrichment activities for your bell, and skateboard. This self-paced class is seven
signed the first day of class. Class is held off dog. The course is a replay of a videoconference modules. Link to class will be sent out one day prior
campus at Bone-A-Fied Friends Forever Pet with newly added video clips that help illustrate to start date of class.
Services in Brandywine, MD. trainer Christina’s points. She is also available to AAA-8490 tuition: $10 / fees: $115
PEP-9280 tuition: $10 / fees: $150 review your videos and answer questions. Instructor
is an AKC Scent Work Trial Judge and a NASCW 76527 Sep 28 – Oct 19 Online
76633 Tu 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. Nose Work Trial Judge. Equipment needed for
Oct 26 – Nov 30 BFFF class: leash, collar, treats or a reward toy. This self-
paced class consists of three modules plus bonus
videos. Link to class will be sent out one day prior to
start date of class.
AAA-8450 tuition: $10 / fees: $28
76526 Sep 22 – Sep 29 Online
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PERSONAL ENRICHMENT COOKING, WINE, AND BEER
The Joy of Birdwatching
The beauty of birds is all around us. Once you learn
more about them, your experiences with nature will
become so much richer. Discover how to find more
birds in your area, get the most out of binoculars,
field guides, and apps. Learn to decode the
everyday lives of birds with the following topics -
Birdy by Ear, Raptors and Owls, Waterfowl
Identification, Woodpecker Identification, Feeder/
Yard Birds, and Birding by Color. Join Instructor Mike
Callahan - educator from the Nanjemoy
Environmental Center - and gain essential tips and
techniques for identifying birds of all kinds. This
class is a live virtual class and the instructor will
send out your zoom link one day prior to class
starting.
AAA-8510 tuition: $20 / fees: $65
76652 Th 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Sep 23 – Oct 28 Online: Zoom
Canine Agility
Take your dog’s conditioning to a new level! You and
your dog will work together as a team to master a COOKING, WINE, NEW Craft Cocktails-Thanksgiving
series of outdoor agility obstacles and, in doing so, AND BEER Inspired
build a unique bond. Expose your dog to new things Turkey is prepped, pies are done, pair these fall
making him/her more confident, all while you get inspired cocktails with your Thanksgiving meal and
your exercise as well! Instructor has over 20 years keep everyone in good cheer! Thanksgiving is all
of experience as a law enforcement K-9 handler
BEER, COCKTAILS, AND WINE
about showing appreciation for loved ones and
and is currently a member of Association of friends. What better to do than sip on some
Professional Dog Trainers, Southern Maryland fantastic Thanksgiving inspired cocktails with
NEW Craft Cocktails- Virtual
Association of Professional Pet Sitters, United friends and family this holiday season. Join
States Police Canine Association, and National Prohibition Style Mixology mixologist Brooke Brown this month in our NEW
Police Bloodhound Association. All materials are Leaves are falling, cooler weather is coming so let’s mixology series. In this fun-filled class we will be
included in the cost of the class to include use of get creative with our cocktail mixing this fall season! crafting and sipping three cocktails using fresh
equipment for all obstacles and food rewards for What better to do than sip on some of the finest, seasonal ingredients. This class recipes include
your dog. Proof of vaccines must be presented at iconic prohibition cocktails! Because liquor was Apple butter Old Fashioned, Fall Inspired Mimosa,
start of class (Rabies, Distemper and Bordetella). illegal during prohibition, speakeasies had to get and Smoky Harvest. No experience necessary. We
Dogs must have collar and or harness and standard creative with their cocktail mixing and in this class, will provide a list ahead of time to include alcohol
leash during class. Waiver form will need to be we bring the creativity to you! Join mixologist Brooke options along with a variety of price point options as
signed the first day of class. Class is held off Brown this month in our mixology series as we craft well to make shopping a breeze. Brown will go
campus at Bone-A-Fied Friends Forever Pet and sip on three creative cocktails using fresh through each recipe and feature some engaging
Services in Brandywine, MD. seasonal ingredients. This class includes recipes cocktail related trivia throughout the session.
such as French 75, Bubbly Bee’s Knees, and
PEP-9290 tuition: $10 / fees: $150 AAA-8630 tuition: $10 / fees: $15
Airmail. No experience necessary. We will provide a
76635 Sa 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. list ahead of time to include alcohol options along 77134 Th 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Sep 18 – Oct 23 BFFF with a variety of price point options as well to make Nov 4 Online: Zoom
shopping a breeze. Brown will go through each
recipe and feature some engaging cocktail related
Pet CPR & First Aid trivia throughout the session.
Earn your Red Cross Pet CPR and First Aid
Certification. Learn and practice pet CPR, AAA-8620 tuition: $10 / fees: $15
bandaging/splinting your pet, the proper treatment 77133 Th 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
of poisoning, burns, trauma, orthopedic injuries, Oct 14 Online: Zoom
and so much more. All materials to include
reference book, test, and CPR certification are
included in the cost of the class. Class will be held
at Bone-A-Fied Friends Forever Pet Services (www.
mybffpetservices.com), 4611 Wilkerson Rd.,
Brandywine, Maryland 20613.
PEP-9490 tuition: $10 / fees: $110
76636 Su 2 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Oct 24 BFFF
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PERSONAL ENRICHMENT COOKING, WINE, AND BEER
NEW Craft Cocktails- Virtual Holiday
Themed Mixology
Are you hosting family and friends for the Holidays?
What better to do then show off your skills this
holiday season for friends and family near and far
with holiday inspired cocktails. Join mixologist
Brooke Brown this month in our NEW mixology
series. In this fun-filled class we will be crafting and
sipping three cocktails using fresh seasonal
ingredients. This class includes recipes such as The
Mistletoe, Christmas Morning Mimosa, and Santa’s
Old Fashioned. No experience necessary. We will
provide a list ahead of time to include alcohol
options along with a variety of price point options as
well to make shopping a breeze. Brown will go
through each recipe and feature some engaging
cocktail related trivia throughout the session
Cake Decorating Basics INTERNATIONAL
AAA-8640 tuition: $10 / fees: $15 Learn all the fundamentals you need to create any
77132 Th 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. special occasion cake, from whimsical to beautiful
Dec 2 Online: Zoom in just four, two-hour classes. Use the techniques Cooking At Home - Anything Is
you learn during class to design and decorate your Pasta-ble
cake (wedding cakes are excluded) to take home. Join Chef Baldassari and Cooking at Home -
CAKE DECORATING You will learn when and how to use different Anything is Pasta-ble, where she will highlight an
consistencies of buttercream icing, transferring easy to prepare pasta-centered meal. You have to
patterns, shell borders, star fill techniques, drop eat so let’s do it virtually together! Chef Baldassari
Virtual Cupcake Decorating flowers, rosettes, pompom flowers, and more along (a native Italian) will walk you through step-by-step
Learn the basics of cupcake decorating - virtually! with how to arrange your design. A basic kit and in her own kitchen the simple recipes that make
Make that swirl top of icing like you see on most book are included in the cost of the class. An Italian cuisine so popular. An ingredient list will be
cupcakes today and learn some fun ways to additional list of tools and supplies will be provided emailed to you three days before the class so you
decorate them. Master the following techniques: by the instructor during the first class. will have everything you need to prepare a delicious
drop flower, rosette, star, pull out star, dots, and HGC-7110 tuition: $30 / fees: $110 yet simple Italian meal. Ingredients will be basic
zigzags. Improve your skills and join us for a few along with substitutions so everyone can join. Class
76536 W 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. will be held using the Zoom platform and an
hours of cupcake decorating fun all from the safety
Oct 27 – Nov 17 Online: Zoom invitation will be sent to each student at least one
of your own home. Students must have one dozen,
baked, unfrosted cupcakes ready for the class. day in advance.
Cupcake decorating kit is also required for class Virtual Cupcake Decorating - Holiday AAA-8400 tuition: $10 / fees: $15
and can be ordered online at Amazon - Wilton Edition
Cupcake Decorating Icing Tips 12-piece Set 76637 Th 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Learn how to make beautiful holiday-themed Sep 2 Online: Zoom
(approximately $10). Frosting recipe will be emailed
cupcakes - virtually! You will practice several hand-
one day before class. Class will be done via Zoom.
piping techniques to add a variety of eye-catching
A link to the class will be emailed the day before Cooking At Home - Family Fun Pizza
holiday-themed designs to your cupcakes. Holiday
with instructions on how to join.
theme will depend on the month of the year this Night
AAA-8390 tuition: $10 / fees: $15 class is offered (fall will be autumn, Thanksgiving Join Chef Baldassari and Cooking at Home - Family
76537 Sa 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. and/or Halloween, winter will be Christmas, New Fun Pizza Night where she will demonstrate easy to
Sep 11 Online: Zoom Year and/or overall winter theme, spring will be St. prepare Italian pizza. You have to eat so let’s do it
Patrick’s Day, Easter, and overall spring theme and virtually together! Chef Baldassari (a native Italian)
76538 Sa 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
summer will be Memorial Day, 4th of July and will walk you through step-by-step in her own
Nov 13 Online: Zoom
overall summer theme). Improve your skills and join kitchen the simple recipes that make a true Italian
us for a few hours of cupcake decorating fun all pizza not your normal takeout pizza. An ingredient
from home. Students must have one dozen, baked, list will be emailed to you three days before the
unfrosted cupcakes ready for the class. Cupcake class so you will have everything you need to
decorating kit is also required for class and can be prepare a delicious yet simple true Italian pizza.
ordered online at Amazon - Wilton Cupcake Ingredients will be basic along with substitutions so
Decorating Icing Tips 12-piece kit (approximately everyone can join. Class will be held using the Zoom
$10). Frosting recipe will be emailed one day before platform and an invitation will be sent to each
class. Class will be held via Zoom. A link to the class student at least one day in advance.
will be emailed the day before with instructions on
AAA-8410 tuition: $10 / fees: $15
how to join.
76640 F 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
PEP-5070 tuition: $5 / fees: $20
Sep 17 Online: Zoom
76539 Sa 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Oct 23 Online: Zoom
76540 Sa 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Dec 11 Online: Zoom
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NEW Cooking At Home-Northern NEW Fall Into Tuscany NEW Wine and Cuisine of Italy
Italian Favorites Dreaming of Tuscany in the fall? Life in Tuscany Join Chef Baldassari as we pair wines and cocktails
Join Chef Baldassari and Cooking at Home to learn takes on a new energy in the fall! There is new from across the region of Italy with delicious dishes
how to make a northern Italian favorite - pesto and excitement from September to November when all that highlight the wonderful foods of the region.
handmade potato gnocchi. Pesto is made with Tuscans are focused on harvesting olives, grapes, Travel from the north to the south enjoying cuisine
basil, a delicious herb, and is often called “the king chestnuts, and mushrooms. Soon the vin novello such as- focaccia with pesto, carbonara pasta, and
of the fragrant plants.” The aromatic, fresh, and (young Italian wine) will be ready, the first press pollo alla pizzaiola (chicken dish). Dazzle your
intense basil pesto is the right companion for every extra virgin olive oil will be flowing, baskets for friends at your next dinner party with a trip to Italy
season. Chef Baldassari will walk you through step- mushrooms replace beach towels and the chestnut and the wonderful wines from the region that you
by-step, in her own kitchen, to help you prepare one stands are starting to pop-up on street corners. Join learned about at the class. This is a demonstration
of the most famous Italian sauces using the secrets us for a magical fall Tuscan evening while Chef cooking class with student participation. Must be at
of Genova city, where pesto was born centuries ago. Baldassari prepares seasonal plates of bruschette least 21 years of age or older to register.
You will also learn about the origins of the dishes with olive and tomatoes, minestrone soup, brasato, PEP-5190 tuition: $15 / fees: $70
and their traditional ingredients. An ingredient list (Italian Pot Roast with mushrooms), alle erbe
will be emailed to you three days before the class so aromatiche, (pasta with aromatic herbs), and torta 77583 Sa 12 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
you will have everything you need to prepare a della nonna (Italian custard tart) ....VI ASPETTO!!! ! Oct 9 SMKB
delicious yet simple Italian meal. Ingredients will be An ingredient list will be emailed to you three days
before the class so you will have everything you
basic along with substitutions so everyone can join. Meet the Pasta
Class will be held using the Zoom platform and an need to prepare this delicious meal. Class will be
held using the Zoom platform and an invitation will Have you ever wanted to learn real Italian cooking?
invitation will be sent to each student at least one
be sent to each student at least one day in advance. Tired of books and fake Italian restaurants? Then
day in advance.
this is the perfect course for you. Our award-winning
AAA-8550 tuition: $10 / fees: $15 AAA-8570 tuition: $10 / fees: $15 Italian cooking instructor, Chef Baldassari, will train
77139 Th 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. you in the art of Cucina Italiana. No theory here.
77136 Th 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Oct 21 Online: Zoom Prepare together as a group from raw ingredients,
Sep 23 Online: Zoom
lasagne, manicotti, gnocchi, ragu, pesto, and other
76644 F 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. famous pastas and sauces. A wine selection will be
Oct 29 Online: Zoom NEW Traditional Italian Holiday Meal suggested with each recipe. No experience
The holidays are here! Christmas is by far the most necessary. Buon Appetito! This is a demonstration
NEW Incredible Italian Desserts important holiday of the year in Italy with festivities cooking course taught by a native Italian instructor.
lasting from December 24th through January 6th. Please bring plastic containers to take home extra
Let’s face it, everyone loves desserts - especially
Family gatherings are the most important part with food. Must be at least 21 years or older to register.
Italian ones! Italy has always been known for
family members reuniting from whatever corner of
extraordinary food and wine. The quality of the PEP-8800 tuition: $15 / fees: $70
the world they may have settled in. It is around the
cuisine, especially of the sweets, bread, and
table that Italian families come together to feast 77584 Sa 12 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
desserts is truly unique and is difficult to parallel
and reunite. Join us for a traditional Italian Nov 6 SMKB
among cuisines of other cultures. From rustic bread
Christmas while Chef Baldassari prepares splendid
to festival sweets, Italian life is all about local
food traditional to this special time of year. Menu NEW Cooking At Home- a Taste of
specialties that define tradition. Learn how to bake
includes Sgabei (pasta fritta), Involtini d’asparagi e
classic Italian desserts such as Fresh Tiramisu,
pancetta (asparagus and pancetta), Branzino al Sicily
Pear Cake, and pizza for dessert. This course is
cartoccio (sea bass) and Gnocchi di patate (potato People who visit Sicily know how beautiful this
designed for you to learn the art of baking the ways
homemade pasta). An ingredient list will be emailed island is and how unique and tasty the Sicilian way
the Italians do - which means “putting a lot of love”
to you three days before the class so you will have of cooking is. Learn how to prepare the best
into your work. The more love you put in, the better
everything you need to prepare a delicious Italian authentic Sicilian recipes. Join Chef Baldassari
your product will be! An ingredient list will be
holiday meal. Class will be held using the Zoom where she will walk you through, step-by-step in her
emailed to you three days before the class so you
platform and an invitation will be sent to each own kitchen, how to prepare the recipes that have
will have everything you need to prepare delicious
student at least one day in advance. made Sicily famous all over the world. Menu will
desserts. Class will be held using the Zoom platform include Maccheroni alla Norma (pasta dish with
and an invitation will be sent to each student at AAA-8580 tuition: $10 / fees: $15
eggplant, marinara, and basil), limoncello, and
least one day in advance. 77140 Th 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. stuffed fried bread. During the preparation of the
AAA-8560 tuition: $10 / fees: $15 Dec 9 Online: Zoom recipes, the chef uses historical notes making this
course unique and truly one of a kind! An ingredient
77137 Th 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
list will be mailed to you three days before the class
Dec 2 Online: Zoom
so you will have everything you need to prepare
these tasty recipes. Ingredients will be basic along
with substitutions so everyone can join. Class will
be held using the Zoom platform and an invitation
will be sent to each student at least one day in
advance.
PEP-9970 tuition: $10 / fees: $15
77135 Th 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Sep 9 Online: Zoom
76641 Th 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Oct 14 Online: Zoom
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PERSONAL ENRICHMENT DRIVER EDUCATION
TRA-9250
tuition: $125 / fees: $70
This course is offered in cooperation
with the Motor Vehicle Administration
and is intended for persons wishing to
complete the classroom instructional
requirement for becoming a licensed
Maryland driver. Classroom instruction
meets the 30-hour classroom DRIVER EDUCATION
requirement portion of the Maryland
Driver Education program. Instruction
includes orientation, discussion of
speed and space management, basic SCHEDULE OF COURSES FOR CHARLES AND ST. MARY’S COUNTIES
maneuvering, reducing risk, and
personal factors influencing operator
performance and collision avoidance.
LA PLATA AND LEONARDTOWN
Each lecture is led by a certified Driver
Education Instructor. You must be ORIENTATION CLASSROOM DATES
15 years of age to take this class. A
learner’s permit is not required as TRA – 9250 – 76198
September 1
there will be no behind the wheel September 7 – September 22
Wednesday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
instruction in this class. M, T, W, Th 3:00pm –6:00pm
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
Prerequisite: MVA requires that a
VIDEO camera is on your computer to TRA – 9250 – 76200
September 1
show you are in attendance for the full September 7 – September 22
Wednesday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
3 hours of the class. Must be 15 years M, T, W, Th 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
of age before first day (orientation) to Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
take class.
TRA – 9250 – 76199
September 2
September 7 – September 22
Thursday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
M, T, W, Th 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
TRA – 9250 – 76201
September 2
September 7 – September 22
Monday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
M, T, W, Th 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Online via ZOOM and my.CSMD
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
TRA – 9250 – 76202
September 23
September 28 – October 19
Thursday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
M, T, Th 3:00pm – 6:000pm
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
TRA – 9250 – 76204
September 23
September 28 – October 19
Thursday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
M, T, Th 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
TRA – 9250 – 76203
September 27
September 28 – October 19
Monday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
M, T, Th 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
TRA – 9250 – 76205
September 27
September 28 – October 19
Monday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
M, T, Th 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
10 CSM Personal Enrichment | Fall 2021 | www.csmd.eduPERSONAL ENRICHMENT DRIVER EDUCATION
ORIENTATION CLASSROOM DATES
TRA – 9250 – 76206
October 21
October 26 – November 16
Thursday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
M, T, Th 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
TRA – 9250 – 76208
October 21
October 26 – November 16
Thursday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
M, T, Th 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
TRA – 9250 – 76207
October 25
October 26 – November 16
Monday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
M, T, Th 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
TRA – 9250 – 76209
October 25
October 26 – November 16
Monday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
M, T, Th 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
TRA – 9250 – 76210
COMMERCIAL
November 18
November 30 – Dec 15
Thursday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
M, T, W, Th 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
November 18
TRA – 9250 – 76212
November 30 – Dec 15
DRIVER LICENSE
Thursday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
M, T, W, Th 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
November 29
TRA – 9250 – 76211 See pages 53-54
November 30 – Dec 15
Monday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
M, T, W, Th 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
for details.
TRA – 9250 – 76213
November 29
November 30 – Dec 15
Monday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
M, T, W, Th 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
Online: ZOOM and my.CSMD
6-Hours Behind the Wheel Training
TRA-9200 tuition: $125 / fees: $70
This course is offered in cooperation with the Motor Vehicle Administration and is intended for persons
wishing to complete their behind-the-wheel instructional requirements for becoming a licensed Maryland
driver. Students will practice various aspects of safety while operating an automobile with a certified driver ADDITIONAL DRIVER EDUCATION
education instructor at the La Plata or Leonardtown campus. COURSES ON THE NEXT PAGE
NOTE: CSM has resumed behind-the-wheel training. This class is currently granted petition. Students who
have completed TRA-9250 will be invited to register in the order by which they have completed with
permission to register and a link to registration.
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INS TRUCTOR HIGHLIGHT 76168 M 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Nov 1 Online: Zoom
76171 M 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Nov 15 Online: Zoom
76172 M 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
RHONDA CROXTON 76175
Dec 6
M 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Online: Zoom
Dec 20 Online: Zoom
CERTIFIED DRIVER
EDUCATION INSTRUCTOR Advanced Instructor Refresher Course
Certified Driver Education Instructors will learn how
to bridge the gap between the classroom instruction
and the car instructor as mandated by the Maryland
MVA Driver Education Curriculum. Instructors will
Rhonda Croxton is a long-time resident of Prince education instructor and is currently employed at improve behind-the-wheel and classroom
George’s County, Maryland. She graduated from the College of Southern Maryland. She went on to techniques. Topics will include adapting the
Crossland Vocational High school in 1977 where obtain her Class A driver’s license from CSM. She Maryland MVA curriculum to the classroom and
she studied culinary arts. After graduation, she now instructs students on driving privileges, helps behind-the-wheel lessons, understanding novice
furthered her career in the field of culinary arts by them develop driving skills, and advances student driver’s abilities, and how to coach and instruct
taking a position as a cook with the District of knowledge by implementing the Motor Vehicle basic maneuvers in relation to classroom lessons.
Columbia Public Schools’ Food and Nutritional Administration (MVA)-approved curriculum in a In addition, the certified instructor will learn
Services. She was soon recognized for her safe and optimal learning environment. techniques in classroom management and proper
extraordinary commitment to growth and re-training of maneuvers, techniques, procedures,
dedication to her job and was promoted to area and objectives of each BTW lesson.
“I have reached above and beyond my own career
manager. This required overseeing the food and Prerequisite: Must be a Maryland Certified Driver
goal expectations. Now not only do I have the
nutritional services of 43 D.C. public schools. Education Instructor.
ability and confidence to drive any Class A, B, C
Croxton retired after 30 years of dedicated service TRA-9630 tuition: $10 / fees: $65
vehicle, but I also educate students to safely
to DCPS. operate the same. I absolutely enjoy teaching 76194 W 4:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
students how to advance in one of the most Oct 6 Online: Zoom
After years of ensuring that students received a lucrative careers of all times, the truck driving
76197 Sa 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
nutritional meal every day, she turned her industry.” Dec 11 Online: Zoom
attention to ensuring that students arrived at
school safely and on time by earning her Class B
driver’s license and accepted a job with Charles Advanced Instructor Parent
County Public Schools as a school bus driver in Orientation Preparation
2005. In 2007, to further develop her career in
Certified Driver Education Instructors will learn how
transportation, she became a certified driver
to conduct student / parent orientations and bridge
the gap between the classroom instruction and the
Driver Improvement Program car instructor as mandated by the Maryland MVA
The Driver Improvement Program (DIP) is required
Alive At 25 Behavior Modification
Driver Education Curriculum. Instructors will receive
by Maryland law for individuals who have a Motor vehicle crashes are the number one cause of proper training to deliver information to parents
suspended or revoked driver’s license. DIP may death for young adults ages 16-24. Out of 60,000 about Maryland laws, licensing requirements, what
also be required for certain violations cited under Colorado students who completed the Alive at 25 to expect from new drivers, establish guidelines for
the provisional license. Individual’s participation in program, the program reduced deaths from the new driver, and review changes in the current
the Driver Improvement Program is through crashes by 97%! Alive at 25 is a highly interactive, curriculum since the parent learned how to drive
referrals by courts or an administrative law judge. behavior modification program delivered by law and why those changes are important. Instructors
enforcement. Through interaction and role-playing, improve their understanding of behind-the-wheel
Prerequisite: You must bring your MVA requirement
students are persuaded to take responsibility for and classroom techniques. Topics will include
letter and photo I.D. with you to class and you must
their actions, adopt safe practices, focus on healthy adapting the Maryland MVA curriculum to the
be on time.
decision making, and form their own conclusions classroom and behind-the-wheel lessons,
TRA-9400 tuition: $50 / fees: $25 about the consequences of risky driving behaviors. understanding novice driver’s abilities, and how to
76117 Sa 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Alcohol, distractions, peer pressure, speed factors, coach and instruct basic maneuvers in relation to
Sep 25 Online: Zoom and more are discussed. classroom lessons. In addition, the certified
76151 Sa 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. TRA-9500 tuition: $0 / fees: $55 instructor will learn techniques in classroom
Oct 30 Online: Zoom management and proper re-training of maneuvers,
76156 Tu 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
76153 Sa 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. techniques, procedures, and objectives of each
Sep 7 Online: Zoom
Nov 20 Online: Zoom BTW lesson.
76161 M 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Prerequisite: Must be a Certified Driver Education
76154 Sa 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sep 20 Online: Zoom
Instructor.
Dec 18 Online: Zoom 76164 M 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Oct 4 Online: Zoom TRA-9640 tuition: $18 / fees: $81
76167 M 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. 76196 Sa 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Oct 18 Online: Zoom Nov 13 Online: Zoom
12 CSM Personal Enrichment | Fall 2021 | www.csmd.eduPERSONAL ENRICHMENT LANGUAGES AND WRITING
NEW Lincoln Assassination-Southern Taking Flight - Monarch Butterfly
HAIR AND BEAUTY Maryland and the Plots Against Migration
Abraham Lincoln Learn all about the majestic Monarch butterfly, a
By mid-1864, the situation of the American Civil true wonder of nature. Topics will include, Monarch
Natural Hair and Braiding War led John Wilkes Booth to plan to kidnap migration, life cycle, biology, conservation, and how
Natural Hair and Braiding introduces the technical President Abraham Lincoln. Booth immediately you can help them in your yard, neighborhood, and
and creative aspects of braiding, styling, and began searching for individuals who would help him community. Class will consist of both classroom
grooming hair that is naturally curly, kinky, or multi- carry out the audacious plan. Over the course of time as well as in nature time outside. Students will
textured. This is a “must have” for those who are several months, Booth found many in Southern meet on the 2nd class period at a local Monarch
serious about either developing a wide range of Maryland who were willing to help. Even after the Festival to implement what was learned about
services and building a broad diverse client base or surrender of Confederate forces at Appomattox conservation and education with assisting
just caring for you and your family’s hair. This Court House changed Booth’s plan from kidnapping catching, tagging and releasing butterflies.
12-week instructor-led self-paced class is taught by to assassination, Southern Marylanders aided the Logistical details will be discussed on the first day
the experts from Zamora Natural Hair. Topics and assassin on his flight from justice. Join local of class. This course is being offered in conjunction
techniques that will be covered are as follows: 1. educator Bob Bowser and discover the identities with CSM’s Bee Campus Initiative.
Basic hair anatomy and physiology, nutrition, and motivations of the Southern Marylanders who HGC-5130 tuition: $10 / fees: $50
shampoos and conditioners, herbal treatments, risked their lives to aid John Wilkes Booth with his
and rinses. 2. Wet and dry twists, flat twists, curling plots against Lincoln. Bowser has been a history 76649 Tu 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
twists, wist out, and rod set. 3. Rod take outs, up educator in Charles County for 15 years as well as Sep 14 Online: Zoom
dos, and braids on natural hair. 4. Individual braids a tour guide at the Dr. Samuel A. Mudd House for Sa 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
with extensions, crimps, and burning and curling the past 13 years. Additionally, he is a historic Sep 18 OFFSITE
ends. 5. Speedy braid take outs, twist extensions interpreter at the recreated courtroom of the
and passion and bomb twists. 6. Senegalese 7. Lincoln conspiracy located at Fort Leslie J. McNair
Faux locs, goddess locs, and silky locs. 8. Cornrows and a lecturer on topics related to the assassination
with extensions, feedins, and crochets. Supply list around the mid-Atlantic region. LANGUAGES AND
for class will need to be purchased by the student WRITING
and can be found at the following link: https://www. AAA-8500 tuition: $10 / fees: $55
zamoranaturalhair.com/list-of-supplies 76520 Tu Th 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Sep 21 – Sep 28 Online: Zoom LANGUAGES
AAA-8530 tuition: $50 / fees: $250
76631 Nov 6 – Feb 12 Online
English As a Second Language
HOME AND GARDEN English as a Second Language is intended for non-
native speakers who have basic, functional
HISTORY - language skills and need to improve their ability to
CURRENT EVENTS NEW Beginning Virtual Sewing understand, speak, read, and write English.
Unlock your creativity by becoming friends with your Throughout the course, students will practice
sewing machine! For those who have little to no listening and speaking, focusing on correctness
At Home with History in Southern sewing experience, this class is for you. Learn how and on conventions of American conversational
Maryland to properly operate a sewing machine and choose patterns. Read and discuss publications intended
Be at home with and bring history to life when you appropriate fabrics and notions for class projects. for general audiences in order to improve reading
learn about and visit some of Southern Mayland’s Learn the basics of sewing like reading a pattern, comprehension and expand vocabulary. Students
historic homes. Discover the history of who built pattern layout and cutting, and sewing simple will also write short papers of various types in order
and lived in these homes and the contributions seams. Work on the selected class project together to increase your command of standard written
made to Southern Maryland, the state of Maryland in order to master sewing techniques together. You English. All texts and class materials provided in the
and our country, by its inhabitants. Instructor Mike will need to purchase your supplies for each project. cost of the class.
Callahan is a living history interpreter for Friends of A supply list will be sent prior to the first class and PEP-9650 tuition: $50 / fees: $210
Chapman State Park. Many of the homes that will provided prior to each subsequent project, if
76533 Tu 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
be visited are privately owned and are not normally applicable. Your own sewing machine is required.
Sep 7 – Nov 23 Online: Zoom
open to the public to see. Be advised that there may AAA-8650 tuition: $17 / fees: $68
be a nominal entry fee for a few of the homes. The
first night of class will be on campus and the rest of 77130 Sa 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
the classes will be home visits. Sep 11 – Oct 2 Online: Zoom
77131 Sa 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
AAA-7700 tuition: $20 / fees: $120
Oct 16 – Nov 6 Online: Zoom
76653 Th 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Nov 4 – Dec 16 CE118–LAPL
CSM Personal Enrichment | Fall 2021 | www.csmd.edu 13PERSONAL ENRICHMENT LANGUAGES AND WRITING
Simple Spanish Basic Japanese Introduction to American Sign
Master the basics with simple conversational So you have decided that you want to learn Language And the Deaf Culture Part II
techniques by learning Spanish phrases, words, Japanese - excellent! In our Basic Japanese class, Introduction to American Sign Language and the
and expressions useful for basic conversation and there is no competition, no pressure, and it leaves Deaf Culture Part II is a continuation course and is
travel. Explore Spanish heritage, customs, art, and room to have fun with learning the language and designed to develop the skills and knowledge
more. You will be introduced to basic conversational finding out about Japanese culture. You will have needed to communicate in American Sign
Spanish and learn to converse on everyday topics the opportunity to learn the Japanese language in Language (ASL). Emphasis will be placed on
such as daily activities, travel, weather, and an immersion type setting. You will learn how to enhancing familiarity through dialogues and mini-
shopping. Study the Hispanic and Latino cultures of read and write hiragana and katakana symbols, the narratives using an immersion approach to
the world, including their geography, politics, building blocks for Japanese writing, as well as language learning. Cultural awareness in the deaf
economics, history, traditions, food, and religion, develop basic communication skills. After community will also be discussed. Students need to
and examine the impact of these cultures on that of mastering key phrases and vocabulary, learn how have taken Introduction to American Sign Language
the United States. to conjugate verbs and create the kinds of and Deaf Culture to take this part II class. Textbook
sentences necessary for daily conversations such required and will be used for all three Introduction
PEP-9620 tuition: $40 / fees: $135
as ordering food, making purchases, asking to ASL classes.
76614 Tu 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. directions, etc. At the same time you will have the Prerequisite: Student must have taken PEP-9900
Sep 7 – Oct 26 Online: Zoom opportunity to learn about key aspects of Japanese
culture including traditions in fashion, holidays, PEP-9910 tuition: $40 / fees: $135
food, and more!
Simple Italian: Language and Culture 76656 M W 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
AAA-8010 tuition: $40 / fees: $135 Oct 18 – Nov 10 Online: Zoom
Are you planning a trip to Italy or other Italian-
speaking country? Do you want to know more about 76518 Tu 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
your Italian roots? Then join us for this beginner Sep 14 – Nov 2 Online: Zoom
level course to introduce you to the use and
WRITING
understanding of basic Italian sentences and of
Italian culture. At the end of the course you will be Conversational French
able to plan your trip, ask for information, order If you have always been fascinated by people who
Write Your Story
food at restaurants, and negotiate prices while speak another language and want to pursue it as a Join local author, speaker, and national instructor
shopping at local stores. No boring syntax lessons, hobby, or you simply need to brush up on your Dwayne Ross as he invites you to learn how to write
here we learn modern use of Italian, while exploring spoken French then this is the class for you! your own story and then turn that story into a
the beauty of the Peninsula, its traditions, food, and Conversational French is designed to help everyone creative novel, e-book, presentation, live webinar,
art. Buon divertimento! Course is taught by a native from the ab initio stage - those who have never and more. Learn exactly what to do with the story
Italian language teacher. learned French before - to those wanting to brush once you have it written. You will be taken on a
up in preparation for an upcoming trip. You’ll learn journey of discovery and how your story can make a
PEP-8780 tuition: $40 / fees: $135 difference in the lives of others. Take what you love
practical, common phrases that will make your trip
76645 W 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. to the many French-speaking regions of the world or what has caused you pain and turn it into a
Sep 8 – Oct 13 Online: Zoom more pleasant. Let CSM help you to achieve your profitable product. No writing experience necessary.
goals and open up new avenues and experiences Even if you don’t think you like to write you will learn
for years to come! that you can still write your story.
Intermediate Italian I
AAA-8070 tuition: $40 / fees: $135 AAA-7610 tuition: $30 / fees: $120
This course is a continuation of Simple Italian (PEP
8780) but it is open to anyone with a basic 76541 Th 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. 76530 Sa 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
understanding of the Italian language. Created to Sep 2 – Oct 21 Online: Zoom Sep 18 – Oct 9 Online: Zoom
give a balanced mix between cultural notions,
multimedia presentations, written practice and
conversations, interaction will include hands-on Introduction to American Sign How to Publish Your Book
activities with comics, movies, books and games. Language And the Deaf Culture Everyone has a story to tell! Join us for How to
Course is taught by a native Italian language Publish Your Book and learn successful tips and
Introduction to American Sign Language and the
teacher. tactics to help yourself become a published author.
Deaf Culture is designed to develop the skills and
Whether this is your first book, or you have a series
PEP-9000 tuition: $40 / fees: $180 knowledge needed to communicate in American
of novels, your success in the writing game will be
Sign Language (ASL). This course emphasizes the
76642 W 6 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. determined by the amount of credible publishers
learning of basic person-to-person (“through the
Oct 20 – Dec 15 Online: Zoom attached to you and your work. How to Publish Your
air”) conversational signing skills in ASL, including
Book, taught by a published author, will help you
use and comprehension of ASL vocabulary and
gain that credibility. Discover powerful shortcuts,
fingerspelling driven with mini-dialogues. Become
tips, and ways to put you ahead in the game. Topics
acquainted with deaf culture, learn bi-cultural
that will be covered are the publishing process,
appropriate behaviors, and receive a brief overview
marketing and promotion stages, and finally the
of the history of deafness in America. Textbook
book selling process. If you are ready to become a
required and will be used for all three Introduction
writer and author, this step-by-step course will give
to ASL classes.
you all the tools you need to get published, again
PEP-9900 tuition: $40 / fees: $135 and again.
76655 M W 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. AAA-8200 tuition: $20 / fees: $80
Sep 13 – Oct 6 Online: Zoom
76609 Sa 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Oct 9 – Oct 30 Online: Zoom
14 CSM Personal Enrichment | Fall 2021 | www.csmd.eduPERSONAL ENRICHMENT RECREATIONAL ACTIVIT Y
Intro to Screenwriting NEW Writing Out of the Pandemic RECREATIONAL
Is your dream to become a screenwriter? Do you For many people, the global pandemic has brought ACTIVITY
brainstorm script ideas but do not know what to do uncertainty and grief, as well as new ways of looking
next? Then join us for Intro to Screenwriting and at the world. During this class, you will study
explore the fundamental principles and key examples of writing focusing on challenging times,
concepts involved in writing a professional explore methods for writing about difficult subjects,
ARTS AND CRAFTS
screenplay for a short film (25-30 pages). Topics and practice ways to engage in the writing process
that will be covered include techniques for with the pandemic as our focus. The class is
generating ideas, screenplay structure and format, designed for writers of poetry, fiction, memoir, as
Watercolor Journal Sketching
conflict, characterization, dialogue, and how to well as those who would like to try journaling as a Whether you are traveling, enjoying a coffee break,
analyze your own work as a screenwriter. Learn how way to respond to and make sense of our world. or waiting until your child returns from school, keep
to write a logline, synopsis, treatment, plot outline, Class size is limited. a record of your days with a watercolor sketch
character development, and script. Class is journal. In this class, you will learn how to create a
PEP-5080 tuition: $10 / fees: $40 simple journal, one that will hold your precious
designed for writers of every skill level and interest.
When you finish with this course, you’ll have already 76532 Sa 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. memories. Together, we will learn that the more
started writing your own script! Students will need Dec 4 – Dec 18 Online: Zoom that we sketch the easier it will be to capture a
to bring one notebook, pen/pencils, and a flash glimpse of everyday life. In each session, we will
drive to class. Students will need home access to have brief art talks and watercolor sessions to
MS Word. encourage growth in sketching techniques. The
material list needed to be purchased by the student
AAA-8290 tuition: $30 / fees: $120 is as follows: a handy size sketchbook (6X8 to 7X9)
76521 Tu 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. traveler’s watercolor set, extra watercolor brushes,
Sep 7 – Oct 12 Online: Zoom a pencil w/eraser, smear resistant black pen, and
76648 Tu 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. soft tissues. Please bring these materials with you
Oct 26 – Nov 30 Online: Zoom to the first class. No need to have art experience, all
levels are welcome!
AAA-8110 tuition: $40 / fees: $130
76534 Tu 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Sep 7 – Oct 26 Online: Zoom
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Basic Rider Course (BRC)
This 17-hour course is approved
by the Maryland Motor Vehicle
Administration (MVA) for obtaining
the Class “M” license. It is designed
for the beginning rider who has
little to no riding experience. The
course includes classroom and riding
instruction. Course materials and
use of a 250cc training motorcycle
is included in the cost of tuition.
During the seven hours of classroom
time, participants discuss topics that
include responsible riding, selecting
MOTORCYCLE SAFETY
proper riding gear, basic riding skills,
defensive riding strategies, and how
to handle a variety of riding situations.
SCHEDULE OF COURSES
Participants receive approximately 10
hours of riding and practice clutch-
throttle control, stopping, turning, tuition: $173 / fees: $126
TRA-8000
shifting, and basic crash avoidance
skills. Throughout the course, Rider 75345 Th 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. 75349 Th 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Coaches evaluate and critique each Sep 9 CT106-REGI Nov 4 CT106-REGI
rider’s performance. The student will Sa 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Sa 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sep 11 CTRA Nov 6 CTRA
be required to pass both a knowledge
test and operator skill evaluation. Su 7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Su 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Sep 12 CTRA Nov 7 CTRA
The successful course participant will
75346 Th 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. 75350 Th 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
receive, at the end of the course, a MD Sep 23 CT106-REGI Nov 18 CT106-REGI
MVA completion certificate and card.
Sa 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Sa 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sep 25 CTRA Nov 20 CTRA
Prerequisite: Student must be at least Su 7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Su 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
16 years of age. Motorcycle Safety Sep 26 CTRA Nov 21 CTRA
Foundation online eCourse is now 75347 Th 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. 75351 Th 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
required. Course must be completed Oct 7 CT106-REGI Dec 2 CT106-REGI
0-30 days ahead of your Motorcycle Sa 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sa 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Oct 9 CTRA Dec 4 CTRA
Safety Course. The eCourse can be
Su 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Su 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
taken at www.msf-usa.org for $19.99.
Oct 10 CTRA Dec 5 CTRA
Students may contact our motorcycle
75348 Th 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. 75352 Th 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
office at motorcycle@csmd.edu after Dec 9 CT106-REGI
Oct 21 CT106-REGI
registering to request a coupon code Sa 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sa 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
to take the eCourse for free. Oct 23 CTRA Dec 11 CTRA
Su 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Su 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Oct 24 CTRA Dec 12 CTRA
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